£750,000

5 bed detached house for sale

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Freehold

Guide price

£750,000

(£225/sq. ft)

5 bed detached house for sale

Whittington Road, Whittington, Worcester WR5

5 beds
2 baths
4 receptions
3,330 sq. ft

Key Information

Tenure:
Freehold
Council tax band:
E

Local area information

Property location

Nearby amenities

  • New College Worcester (NMSS) (SEN) 0.2 miles
  • Nunnery Wood High School 0.3 miles
  • Worcester Shrub Hill 1.2 miles
  • Worcester Foregate Street 1.6 miles

These distances are calculated in a straight line. The actual route and distance may vary.

Features and description

  • Freehold
  • Extensive and versatile family home
  • Astonishing views towards the Malvern Hills
  • Exciting opportunity to remodel and update
  • Modern kitchen with appliances
  • Utility room
  • Snug
  • Five spacious double bedrooms
  • Workshop with stores
  • Ample driveway parking and carport
  • Mature gardens
Discover a deceivingly spacious and versatile home with far-reaching views towards the Malvern Hills.

Description

This home epitomises the age-old adage ‘don’t judge a book by its cover.’ What may seem like a modest bungalow at first glance unfolds into a spacious family residence spanning multiple levels. With over 60 years under the current owner’s care, the house reflects a blend of modern updates and retained original charm. Offering immense potential for remodelling and updating, this property presents an exciting opportunity for its next owner.

The sitting room offers panoramic views, complemented by a formal dining room ideal for hosting gatherings. The kitchen boasts modern amenities, while the five double bedrooms provide ample space and comfort, serviced by a well-equipped bathroom and a shower room. Additional rooms such as the study and snug offer versatility, alongside practical additions like a utility room, pantry, cloakroom and lean-to.

Outside, the rear garden enchants with its patio, lawns and wildlife-friendly area against the stunning backdrop of views towards the Malvern Hills. Ample driveway parking, a carport and a useful workshop complete the package.

Driveway
At the front of the property lies a spacious garden with a lengthy driveway, bordered by a mature hedge. A carport leads to a functional workshop, featuring two windows and a door providing access to two storage rooms at the back.

Entrance Hallway
Upon entering through the enclosed porch, you are welcomed into a generous hallway with tiled flooring, beamed ceilings and access to various rooms. The sitting room is effortlessly connected through open plan access.

Sitting Room
A luminous sitting room with character beams and a rustic fireplace embraced by a grand stone surround. Ample windows and patio doors offer panoramic views over the garden towards the Malvern Hills. Extend your experience outdoors under the retractable canopy on the adjacent patio. Seamlessly connected, the sitting room flows into the dining room and a wooden staircase provides access to both the upper and lower levels.

Dining Room
This substantial formal dining room exudes elegance and sophistication whilst being sizeable enough to accommodate a sizeable table.
Two windows, including a spacious walk-in bay window, adorn the room, creating an ideal setting for dining and entertaining.

Kitchen
Accessible from the dining room and a side lobby, the kitchen features modern units with ample workspace and fantastic views from its window. Integrated appliances such as a double eye-level oven, hob and extractor fan add modern convenience. Tiled flooring and walls complement its sleek design. The side lobby also leads to a convenient cloakroom, with comprises a washbasin, low-level WC and a front- facing obscure-glazed window. Furthermore, a useful utility room houses the boiler and units, with plumbing for a washing machine under the countertop.

Snug
Step into a charming snug that balances brightness and cosiness flawlessly. Featuring a wooden ceiling and an inviting exposed brick wall, this room exudes character and warmth. Dual aspect windows flood the area with natural light, while quality wooden flooring adds a touch of elegance. During the summer months, patio doors seamlessly merge indoor and outdoor living.

Bedrooms One and Two
Stairs from the first floor lead to a half landing, where two bedrooms are accessible. Both boast breath-taking views and built-in wardrobes, which offer ample storage.

Bedroom Three
This versatile room, currently utilised as an art room, offers endless possibilities as the perfect bedroom space in this charming property. The room boasts dual aspect windows, recessed ceiling lights and a built-in wardrobe.

Bedrooms Four and Five
Accessed from the hallway off the dining room, bedroom four boasts a built-in wardrobe and ample floor space for additional freestanding furniture. The fifth bedroom is accessed from its own staircase and boasts ample floor space for freestanding furniture, as well as access to the loft and eaves storage.

Bathroom and Shower Room
This exceptional property offers the convenience of both a bathroom and a separate shower room, providing unparalleled comfort and functionality for its residents. Both encompass tiled walls and flooring, a low-level WC, washbasins set atop vanity units and glazed windows. The bathroom features a panelled bath with shower over, whereas the shower room features a spacious shower cubicle.

Gardens and Grounds
The rear garden features a patio boasting breathtaking views, alongside lawns, mature trees and a rewilded area thoughtfully crafted as a haven for wildlife. There is also a lean-to, which is also accessible from the utility room and features a sink unit.

Location

Nestled in an exceptionally convenient location, this property offers easy access to local schools, the motorway and Worcester Parkway Railway Station. Adding to its appeal, a Waitrose is situated a mere 400 yards away.

Worcester, with its rich history as an ancient Cathedral City along the scenic banks of the River Severn, presents a captivating blend of heritage, culture and contemporary conveniences. Its lively city centre boasts an eclectic mix of shops, from quaint boutiques to well-known brands, all lining a picturesque high street and three bustling shopping centres. For entertainment, residents enjoy two modern cinemas, two theatres and a variety of sports clubs, including rugby, cricket and football. Additionally, an art gallery and museum add to the cultural offerings.

Services

Mains gas, electricity and water. Broadband is available at this property.

Fees

Reservation Fee - refundable on exchange

A reservation fee, refundable on exchange, is payable prior to the issue of the Memorandum of Sale and after which the property may be marked as Sold Subject to Contract. The fee will be reimbursed upon the successful Exchange of Contracts.

The fee will be retained by Andrew Grant in the event that you the buyer withdraws from the purchase or does not Exchange within 6 months of the fee being received other than for one or more of the following reasons:

1. Any significant material issues highlighted in a survey that were not evident or drawn to the attention of you the buyer prior to the Memorandum of Sale being issued.
2. Serious and material defect in the seller’s legal title.
3. Local search revealing a matter that has a material adverse effect on the market value of the property that was previously undeclared and not in the public domain.
4. The vendor withdrawing the property from sale.

The reservation fee, equivalent to 0.5% of the accepted offer, is payable upon acceptance by the vendor of an offer from a buyer and a positive completion of an assessment of the buyer’s financial status and ability to proceed.

Should a buyer’s financial position regarding the funding of the property prove to be fundamentally different from that declared by the buyer when the Memorandum of Sale was completed, then the Vendor has the right to withdraw from the sale and the reservation fee retained. For example, where the buyer declares themselves as a cash buyer but are in fact relying on an unsecured sale of their property.

Once the reservation fee has been paid, any renegotiation of the price stated in the memorandum of sale for any reason other than those covered in points 1 to 3 above will lead to the reservation fee being retained. A further fee will be levied on any subsequent reduced offer that is accepted by the vendor. This further fee will be subject to the same conditions that prevail for all reservation fees outlined above.

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